Program: "Anne Connelly: The Blind Merchant of Burlington"

A Talk by John Thomas, Development Director, VABVI (Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired)

Fascinating story of Anne Connelly (1889-1939), who came to Vermont as a blind adult, working for VABVI, introducing trained guide dogs and white canes, running her own business and supporting the blind community.

At Downtown Burlington High School, Enter at 67 Cherry St. ***** Nearby free parking at City Parking Garage on Cherry St. ** Refreshments ** Free

Applications open for CCHS Annual Research Grants of up to $1000.
Deadline June 1. More info at http://www.cchsvt.org/research-grants.html.

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